Comprehensive Reform of the University Governance System in China

2019 ◽  
pp. 68-81
Author(s):  
Yan Wang ◽  
Ruixue Li
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Governance Structure ◽  
Analytical Framework ◽  
University Governance ◽  
Leadership Position ◽  
Governance System ◽  
World Class ◽  
Comprehensive Reform ◽  
The University ◽  
Tongji University

This chapter introduces and discusses changes with respect to the university governance system in China which is in the process of creating a world-class university by taking Tongji University as an example. It presents an analytical framework on the basis of four powers: (1) the internal democratic nature of the governance structure, (2) the external involvement in university governance, (3) the level of centralization of the decision-making authority in the university, and (4) the concentration of authority in an individual leadership position versus authority in a collective body or spread over various collective bodies. It analyzes and summarizes the reforms of three colleges at Tongji University in these four aspects and puts forward some reasonable suggestions for other universities.

Governance of autonomous universities: case of Thailand

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 288-305 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sakchai Jarernsiripornkul ◽  
I.M. Pandey
Keyword(s):  
Governance Structure ◽  
Emerging Countries ◽  
Health Science ◽  
Governance System ◽  
Institutional Governance ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Higher Education System ◽  
The Government ◽  
The University

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the governance system of autonomous universities in an emerging economy, i.e., Thailand. The authors examine the degree of freedom that Thai autonomous universities enjoy and the process that they follow in instituting their governance system. Design/methodology/approach The authors use case study method of research where units of analysis are 16 public autonomous universities. Data are collected directly from the Universities and available documents and through interviews with ten informants from five universities. Data are analysed using the triangulation method before presenting findings. Findings The authors find that Thai autonomous universities had different degree of readiness when they were granted autonomy status by the government. According to their Acts, the universities can specify their own governance pattern, leadership recruitment, revenue management, budgeting and personnel management. With the strengthening role and accountability, the university councils have enjoyed wider space of actions in institutional governance. Size and composition of the councils differ. Big and more mature universities tend to have more members and their councils comprise more outside experts than the small ones. Thai autonomous universities’ governance structure is in the pattern of corporate-like structure. Participatory process is applied in the university decision making. Big universities are strategically directed towards being research universities, while small and newly established universities are striving to expand to health science education. In academic governance, there is an academic board which helps the council to handle academic standards and give academic related recommendations. The launch of Education Criteria for Performance Excellence Framework to standardise the country’s higher education system has become controversial and is said to lessen the universities’ degree of academic freedom. In financial autonomy, the study finds that most universities are still dependent on government budget. Originality/value This case study depicts the governance system of autonomous universities in Thailand, which is one of the emerging countries. Taken into account that existing literature regarding university governance, especially in the emerging countries is limited, the study, which eventually proposes recommendations for lifting these universities’ governance performance, should be able to contribute fruitful knowledge in the area.

Montesquieu in the University: The Governance of World-class Institutions of Higher Education and Research

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 285-298 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lars Engwall
Keyword(s):  
Separation Of Powers ◽  
University Presidents ◽  
Governance Structure ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Education ◽  
Academic Senates ◽  
World Class ◽  
The University ◽  
Point Of Departure ◽  
Selection Of

The point of departure for this article is the principle of the separation of powers, formulated long ago by the Frenchman Charles-Louis de Secondat Montesquieu. It is argued that this principle is important for the governance of universities, entailing a balance between university boards, university presidents and university senates. To this end, the article presents evidence about the governance structure of two highly-ranked US universities, UC Berkeley (UCB) and Stanford University. It reports on board compositions, the selection of presidents and the role of academic senates. The conclusion is that the principle of the balance of powers (‘shared governance’ as it is called at UCB) has served the two universities well. Therefore, despite differences in other conditions, such as their endowments, other universities might benefit from the evidence reported.

A participatory local governance approach to social innovation: A case study of Seongbuk-gu, South Korea

2021 ◽  
pp. 239965442110057
Author(s):  
Sangmin Kim
Keyword(s):  
South Korea ◽  
Process Model ◽  
Social Innovation ◽  
Local Governance ◽  
Local Level ◽  
Governance Structure ◽  
Analytical Framework ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Governance System

As the concept of social innovation gains increasing credence in the public consciousness, a number of questions have become increasingly prominent in the relevant discourse: what does social innovation mean at the local level? How can social innovation be promoted? In particular, what kinds of social and institutional arrangements are needed to facilitate socially innovative activities and practices in neighborhoods and communities? To address these questions, this paper first outlines the related theories and literature as an overview of the notion of social innovation. Next, to provide an example of a promising approach to social innovation at the local level, the paper develops a theoretical discussion on the interface between local social innovation and participatory local governance arrangements, and proposes a process model of local social innovation as an analytical framework for a case study of a district-level initiative in Seongbuk-gu in Seoul, South Korea. By examining the governance structure and socially innovative strategies utilized in this locality, the case study demonstrates how the local participatory governance system can furnish an enabling environment for socially innovative ideas and strategies. Lastly, along with a look at some of the unique aspects of the case, the paper discusses contributions of this study to the theory and practice of social innovation, along with implications for other cases that may consider the governance approach to social innovation.

scholarly journals Analysis of the experience of student participation in the implementation of effective governance based on the example of UK universities

2019 ◽  
pp. 51-64
Author(s):  
Lesya Chervona
Keyword(s):  
Student Involvement ◽  
Governance Structure ◽  
University Governance ◽  
Governance Structures ◽  
Student Survey ◽  
University Management ◽  
University Of Oxford ◽  
University Of Cambridge ◽  
The University ◽  
Governance Processes

The article focuses on the analysis of governance structures and the experience of student involvement in the university governance processes of two leading UK universities, the University of Cambridge and the University of Oxford. The purpose and practice of involving students in governance processes, as decision-makers, as equal partners, is now an important task in the development of the EHEA. To research the practices of leading European universities in this aspect can be useful for Ukrainian higher education institutions. To this end, the governance structures of the University of Cambridge and the University of Oxford are considered, as well as the basic mechanisms for involving students in governance processes. Both universities are self-governing communities with management mechanisms that respond to their missions and core values. University management systems are based on rules and principles and they are accountable and transparent to all stakeholders, including students. As for engaging students in the processes of university governance, two main mechanisms are identified: student representation in various university structures and feedback from students. Student representatives are an integral part of the university's governance structure. They are elected so that each level of representation is consistent with the next. In order for student representatives to be able to effectively perform their representative functions, an extensive network of necessary information and support is posted on student union sites. An important mechanism for student involvement in governance processes is student feedback. Universities promote this cooperation via various ways: focus groups on urgent issues; nationwide student survey; Inter-University Student survey ‘Student Barometer’; the opportunity to submit students’ initiative (for example, "I have an idea"); student advisory groups and others.

scholarly journals Student Participation in University Governance

1999 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-26
Author(s):  
Bing Zuo ◽  
Eugene W. Ratsoy
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Student Participation ◽  
University Governance ◽  
Personal Factors ◽  
Student Government ◽  
Political Interests ◽  
The University ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Different Levels

This study investigated the scope, process, and effects of student participation in university governance, including student government. The study demonstrated that students are capable of administering their own affairs, satisfying various student needs, and protecting the political interests of students. Students were extensively involved in university academic and administrative decision-making at different levels. However, student associations as organized forces had much greater influence than did students at large. Both environmental and personal factors affected the impact of student participation in university governance. Although student participation in university governance is deemed indispensable, student participants must hone their group decision-making skills and demonstrate commitment to the mission of the university and its long-term interests.

scholarly journals Research on Students' Participation Right in Internal Governance of Universities

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tao Song
Keyword(s):  
University Governance ◽  
Educational Governance ◽  
Governance System ◽  
Internal Governance ◽  
Development History ◽  
Survival And Development ◽  
History Of ◽  
Attention To Students ◽  
High Level ◽  
The University

The state is vigorously promoting the modernization of educational governance ability and governance level and building a high-level university. Students are the basis for the survival and development of the university. Paying attention to students' participation right is the need to adapt to the development of democratic society and promote the modernization of internal governance of the university. The development history of students' participation right has experienced a long process. It is also a key point of the internal reform of colleges and universities and a legal right allocation to balance various stakeholders. Today, with the popularization of higher education, we should pay attention to students' participation right and promote the modernization of university governance system and governance ability.

The Role of University as Institutional Entrepreneur in Regional Innovation System

2020 ◽  
pp. 133-155 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuzhuo Cai ◽  
Cui Liu
Keyword(s):  
Institutional Environment ◽  
Innovation System ◽  
Analytical Framework ◽  
Regional Innovation System ◽  
Institutional Entrepreneurship ◽  
Regional Innovation ◽  
Institutional Entrepreneur ◽  
The University ◽  
Tongji University

Recent literature has moved from a primarily economic perspective to awareness of the institutional role of a university in a regional innovation system. This chapter contributes to the scholarly discussions by combining the theories of institutional entrepreneurship and institutional logics to provide an analytical framework for understanding how universities can support institutional change in a regional innovation system. In particular, the authors consider the university as an institutional entrepreneur that not only initiates diverse changes in the institutional environment, but also actively participates in the implementation of such changes. The analytical framework is used to analyse the case of Tongji University in a regional innovation system in Shanghai, China.

The Counselor System Under the Perspective of Chinese University Governance

2019 ◽  
pp. 52-67
Author(s):  
Cheng Jiang ◽  
Meng Li ◽  
Yao Luo
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Moral Education ◽  
Historical Development ◽  
University Governance ◽  
Governance System ◽  
Chinese University ◽  
The Usa ◽  
The University ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Positive Effect

The university counselor system, an essential part of the development of college students, is the mainstay of quality-oriented education and modern management. This chapter focuses on the Chinese university counselor system and the relationship between the system and university governance. The chapter probes into the features and dilemmas of modern Chinese university governance, discusses the content and historical development of the Chinese university counselor system, and proposes ideas on how to learn from the advantages of similar systems in European countries and the USA from a comparative perspective. This chapter analyzes the effect of the Chinese counselor system on the university governance system from the perspective of Chinese university governance, including the positive effect of the system on university stakeholders' governance and modern university governance. Then, the chapter discusses suggested improvements for the university counselor system, and puts forward some suggestions, including moral education, role definition, and professionalization.

scholarly journals Menciptakan Mutu Perguruan Tinggi (Higher Educations) Berskala Internasional Melalui Strategi Penerapan Tata Kelola Universitas Yang Baik (Good University Governance)

2011 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 59
Author(s):  
Pujiono Pujiono ◽  
Made Dudy Satyawan
Keyword(s):  
Research University ◽  
Good Governance ◽  
University Governance ◽  
Global Challenges ◽  
The World ◽  
University College ◽  
The Face ◽  
World Class ◽  
University Colleges ◽  
The University

AbstractThis study sought to strip the university in the era of globalization, and the application of good governance. Globalization has changed the university (colleges) that exist in the world vying to become world class University. Most universities (colleges) in Indonesia have transformed itself from the university for teaching to be research university. Several models of approaches can be adopted to implement good governance in the face of global challenges that can be done through a model or framework of bureaucratic, political, collegial, and symbolic. Besides the university (college) should be able to guarantee transparency, accountability, rensponsive, reponsibility, independency, and fairness as well as other additional principle should be in accordance with the vision and mission of the university.

scholarly journals Policy Rogue or Policy Entrepreneur? The Forms and Impacts of “Joined-Up Governance” for Child Health

Children ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 221
Author(s):  
Celine Cressman ◽  
Fiona A. Miller ◽  
Astrid Guttmann ◽  
John Cairney ◽  
Robin Z. Hayeems
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Child Health ◽  
Social Services ◽  
Formal System ◽  
Governance Structure ◽  
Two Dimensions ◽  
Developmental Screening ◽  
Comparative Case Study ◽  
Governance System ◽  
Governance Arrangements

Joined-up governance (JUG) approaches have gained attention as mechanisms for tackling wicked policy problems, particularly in intersectoral areas such as child health, where multiple ministries that deliver health and social services must collaborate if they are to be effective. Growing attention to the need to invest in early childhood to improve health and developmental trajectories, including through developmental screening, illustrate the challenges of JUG for child health. Using a comparative case study design comprised of the qualitative analysis of documents and key informant interviews, this work sought to explain how and why visible differences in policy choices have been made across two Canadian jurisdictions (Ontario and Manitoba). Specifically, we sought to understand two dimensions of governance (structure and process) alongside an illustrative example—the case of developmental screening, including how insiders viewed the impacts of governance arrangements in this instance. The two jurisdictions shared a commitment to evidence-based policy making and a similar vision of JUG for child health. Despite this, we found divergence in both governance arrangements and outcomes for developmental screening. In Manitoba, collaboration was prioritized, interests were aligned in a structured decision-making process, evidence and evaluation capacity were inherent to agenda setting, and implementation was considered up front. In Ontario, interests were not aligned and instead decision making operated in an opaque and siloed manner, with little consideration of implementation issues. In these contexts, Ontario pursued developmental screening, whereas Manitoba did not. While both jurisdictions aimed at JUG, only Manitoba developed a coordinated JUG system, whereas Ontario operated as a non-system. As a result, Manitoba’s governance system had the capacity to stop ‘rogue’ action, prioritizing investments in accordance with authorized evidence. In contrast, in the absence of a formal system in Ontario, policy ‘entrepreneurs’ were able to seize a window of opportunity to invest in child health.

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